Panjim's famed shopping street, the 18th June Road, continues to face the ignominy of flooding even if it pours heavily for 10 minutes only.
Panjim | 18th June Road | Flooding | Weather woes | Smart City | Photo: Rohan Fernandes
FLOODED REALITY
On October 28, late evening, it was no different when the relentless downpour highlighted the harsh reality of nature.
Panjim | 18th June Road | Flooding | Weather woes | Smart City | Photo: Rohan Fernandes
FINDING THEIR WAY
As the onslaught of rain continued, frustrated motorists found the navigating through the street a tough proposition.
Panjim | 18th June Road | Flooding | Weather woes | Smart City | Photo: Rohan Fernandes
WATCH YOUR STEP
The street transformed into a waterfront with the sidewalks flooded. The shoppers faced an ordeal as they had to wade through the water-logged street amidst pouring rain.
Panjim | 18th June Road | Flooding | Weather woes | Smart City | Photo: Rohan Fernandes
WITH CAUTION
This woman found it tough to wade through the street, her each step a struggle in the flood.
Panjim | 18th June Road | Flooding | Weather woes | Smart City | Photo: Rohan Fernandes
FINDING FUN
However, there were some who welcomed the rain embracing the downpour with smiles and splashed through the water with childlike joy.
Panjim | 18th June Road | Flooding | Weather woes | Smart City | Photo: Rohan Fernandes
NOT YET 'SMART'
The perennial flooding of the 18th June Road is a reminder that Panjim is still far away from being a 'smart city'.
Panjim | 18th June Road | Flooding | Weather woes | Smart City | Photo: Rohan Fernandes
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